These are exciting times for our congregation. There are many opportunities for us to shine as God’s people.
Vision
Our vision
We look to these things to mark us out as a Christian congregation:
- The quality of our relationships, both with our Lord and with each other
- Worship that touches us and inspires us
- Visitors experiencing Christ’s presence among us
- Serving and blessing the community around us
We encourage our members to look to the future and consider becoming involved in serving others. Many of us are already involved in things we may not consider to be service or ministry. We may enjoy craft work, garden work, cooking meals, lending a hand, or even playing cards! Any and all of such things can be done as a service to others, and can also be a way of getting to know people. There are a lot of possibilities; some not yet thought of. Why not convert an interest of yours into a way to serve others? Why not get together with someone who is already doing that.
Our priorities
These are exciting times for our congregation. There are many opportunities for us to shine as God’s people.
We believe it’s time we think outside the square concerning leadership. We encourage individuals who have passion and interest in any one of the areas below to put their hands up, put their thinking caps on, and become involved.
Nurture spiritual leadership in members
- Support, encourage, and work with our pastor
- Promote the reality of shared ministry
Nurture spiritual growth for members
- Schedule regular prayer and meditation meetings
- Host small groups that explore spiritual growth
- Provide inspiring worship
Enhance pastoral care of members
- Explore what it means to be a Christian family, and try to do it better
- Make new contacts with people in our community, including those who have drifted away
Encourage an outwards focus
- Identify and promote volunteering and service opportunities
- Investigate volunteering opportunities at local aged-care homes and hospices
Develop relationships with the college community
- Invitations to join with us in community service
- Family worship on the primary campus
Comply with external regulatory bodies and frameworks
- Meet our obligations to government agencies and the wider church
Administrate our congregation and its finances
- Raise funds
- Ensure long term viability
- Conduct regular property maintenance
- Keep our website current
- Maintain an accurate contact and membership database
